Advanced Embedded Technology Systems

Martin M. Stein, D.Sc. martin.stein@comcast.net

617-755-1960

Annual Meeting, Institute of Industrial Engineers, Montreal,

June 2, 2014

Webinar Summary

This webinar will review recent developments in Human Machine Interface technology (HMI) that enables real time monitoring of industrial processes and communication of KPI’s to management.

The use of specialized software also is discussed so that these machine output measures are converted into a data base and real time management reports of factors such as downtime and equipment performance.

Applications for utilization of hand held devices, the cloud and other innovations will also be presented.

Finally, a framework for evaluating innovative technology is proposed to create a systematic process for implementation of these new technological advances.

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Executive Summary

World Class companies have created stretch goals for management of machine data on a real-time basis.

These goals can contribute to market share expansion and create a significant competitive advantage.

Advanced Embedded Technology Systems can be configured to provide a customized solution for your company! This customized approach will help your company achieve this competitive advantage!

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Automotive Industry

Driver Assistance

Infotainment

Electric Cars

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Broadcast Industry

Head-end: video transport, video over IP, and

Studio: post-production, capture, cameras, conversion, router, and others

Professional audio or video: video conferencing or telepresence, Ethernet , digital signage

Digital cinema: projectors, video processing, etc.

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Computer Applications

Computer and storage technology is evolving rapidly. Today, cloud computing is enabling the consolidation of traditional IT functions with entirely new capabilities. For example, many large-scale data centers are now providing traditional IT services along with new data analytics services.

Hence, these large-scale data centers require highly efficient server and storage systems. Traditional CPU technology limits performance, as the use of frequency scaling as a way to increase performance has ended. The end of frequency scaling has caused a shift to multicore processing. However, multicore processing has diminishing returns in terms of increasing true application performance due to limits in I/O and memory bandwidth.

New acceleration technologies exist to enable higher speed data processing by providing customized high-bandwidth, low-latency connections to network and storage systems. In addition, these  provide compression, data filtering, and algorithmic acceleration.

Also, there are acceleration solutions for computer and storage systems.

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Consumer

Applications

Digital Television

DVD Players/Recorders

Video Displays/Projectors

Home Networking

Portable Entertainment

Touch Screen

Home Appliance

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Consumer Electronics (Cont’d)

The rapidly evolving consumer electronics market offers an ever widening array of amazing new products, including flat panel displays, portable media players, and home networking products.

They are dramatically improving every year by continually adding features.

This fast evolution puts tremendous competitive time pressure on consumer electronic manufacturers for products with the latest technology.

Using low-cost programmable logic and improved storage disks enables a fast, risk-free path to high volume and helps you handle nearly continuous change while still maintaining project deadlines

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Industrial

Industrial Applications Functional Safety

PLCs

Industrial Ethernet

Machine Vision

Motor/Motion Control

Smart Energy

Video Surveillance

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Medical

Medical End Market Diagnostic Imaging

Electromedical

Cardiac Management

Life Science

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Military

Applications Secure Communication

Radar and Sensors

Electronic Warfare

COTS Board Partners

Guidance and Control

Military DSP

ITAR

SWaP

DO-254

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Definition of HMI

(Human Machine Interface) The user interface in a manufacturing or process control system. It provides a graphics-based visualization of an industrial control and monitoring system. Previously called an "MMI" (man machine interface), an HMI typically resides in an office-based Windows computer that communicates with a specialized computer in the plant such as a programmable automation controller (PAC), programmable logic controller (PLC) or distributed control system (DCS). Contrast with OI. See PAC, PLC, DCS, GUI and user interface.

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Operator Interface

A low-level graphical interface to a specialized computer on the plant floor such as a programmable automation controller (PAC), programmable logic controller (PLC) or distributed control system (DCS). Typically built into a ruggedized terminal for shop floor use, it provides a remote interface to the push buttons, switches and gauges found on the equipment itself. An OI does not offer the rich graphics and flexibility as do Windows and Mac-based interfaces. Contrast with HMI. See PAC, PLC and DCS.

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Key Features and Benefits

Remote access to machine data enables real time management of maintenance and efficient operation of equipment in the process industries.

Panel to mobile to iPad and iCloud conversion of machine status is now enabling several companies to upgrade service, improve quality and reduce costs.

Case studies exist in the consumer product, marine, medical and home automation industries.

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Advanced Embedded Technology System: Definition

Utilizes innovative approach for configuration of on the shelf panels, software and interface to create a customized solution.

Integration of information and communication systems is an enabler that provides additional capability and functionality.

Management of information remotely aids in the decision making process and provides for timely support and intervention where necessary.

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Example of a Proposed Project: Overview

Initial Design Workshop: Review technical specifications.

Executive interviews will be conducted to align expectations and create a consensus project objective. A briefing that summarizes results of workshop and interviews will be held for executives.

Design of Prototype

Demonstration of Prototype and Field Pilot

Volume Production and Roll Out

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Relevant Technical Advances

Mobile App-A unique system for access of panel data remotely with an investment of hundreds of man years and patented architecture.

Glass touch panel screen can be deployed in harsh environments and is multi touch capable.

Design studio software to facilitate and expedite customized applications.

A growing network of technical expertise and support personnel.

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Mobile Project

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Dynamic Graphics with Multimedia Options

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Web Options

Web-Server

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Application Areas

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Marine Oil and gas

Mobile Systems/AutomotiveOutdoor Automation

Food and beverage

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Users/Factory Benefits

Access to information resolves problems quickly and reduces downtime

Collected knowledge of suppliers, services and end users provided in one place

Clear and concise information provided in uniform manner

Directed searches makes it easy to find data

Promotes closer interaction with product suppliers, sales and service companies

Evaluation of alternative technologies and potential applications

Workshop: Interviews

Assessment

Prioritize Existing and potential applications

Specific process related requirements

Functional Requirements

• For each process

AlternativeTechnologies:

• HMI

• Mobile App

• Automation

• Robotics

Prototype:

• Technology

• Process

• Proof of Concept

Business case• Productivity Benefits

• Costs

• Competitive Advantage

• Intangibles

Pilot

Analysis

• Advantages

• Disadvantages

Select

Technologies

Next Steps:

Contact Information: martin.stein@comcast.net for additional details and to schedule in-depth discussions and demonstration.

Detailed set of technical slides available on request.

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